Lead Teacher & Mentor: Shape Young Learners

Kcecareers; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher who will coach and mentor fellow teachers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom for children. You will collaborate with parents to ensure high-quality care and education, while supporting enrollment and accreditation goals at the center level.

The role requires strong customer service, organization, and English communication skills, with preference given to CDA credential holders and state trainer eligibility.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills and strong organizational abilities.
• CDA Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements.
• State trainer (preferred).
• 2–3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• Meet state-specific qualifications or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Read/write/speak English to communicate with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor less experienced teachers in your classroom; model behaviors and provide feedback.
• Implement KinderCare's curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner and connect with parents, with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children.
• Support your center’s success; partner with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

CDA Credential

State trainer (preferred)

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Lead Teacher who will coach and mentor fellow teachers, implement our curriculum, and create a safe, nurturing classroom for children. You will collaborate with parents to ensure high-quality care and education, while supporting enrollment and accreditation goals at the center level.

The role requires strong customer service, organization, and English communication skills, with preference given to CDA credential holders and state trainer eligibility.